Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these authentic German Potato Pancakes (also known as Kartoffelpuffer) are a comforting, savory treat made with simple ingredients. Perfect as a side dish, brunch option, or even a snack, they’re delicious served with sour cream or applesauce.
Ingredients
2 ½ pounds Russet potatoes
1 medium yellow onion
2 large eggs
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
1. Peel and grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
2. Transfer grated potatoes to a clean towel and wring out as much moisture as possible.
3. Grate the onion and mix it into the potatoes.
4. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Scoop ¼ cup of the mixture and flatten into a pancake shape.
7. Fry 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
8. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with sour cream or applesauce.
Notes
Make sure to remove as much water as possible from the grated potatoes to avoid soggy pancakes.
Cook in batches and don’t overcrowd the pan for even browning.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture—crispy outside, soft inside.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: potato pancakes, German potato pancakes, kartoffelpuffer